🇮🇹 Italy · Employer-sponsored work
MISSIONE — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €2,000 |
| Minimum annual salary | EUR 24,000 |
| Proof of savings | €15,000 |
| Minimum investment | €100,000 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–35 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €116 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://constoronto.esteri.it/en/servizi-consolari-e-visti/servizi-per-il-cittadino-straniero/visti/visti-nazionali/visto-nazionale-per-missione/.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €2,000.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
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“You may be eligible to apply for a National Visa for Mission, if you fall under one of the categories ... and if you need to stay in Italy for longer than 90 days. ... 1. Officials employed by administrations of foreign countries on a work mission to Italy; 2. Staff of International Organizations ... 3. Staff with fixed-term contracts of international organizations...”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.